Everton Eye Jack Grealish in Bold Transfer Talk
Everton’s summer plans are gathering pace as the Premier League window nears its close. Under new owners (the Friedkin Group) and on the verge of moving into their new Bramley-Moore Dock stadium, the Merseyside club is widely reported to be seeking a statement signing to mark a fresh era. Media reports this week have linked Everton with Manchester City’s England winger Jack Grealish – a move described as “surprising” and bold. In fact, one outlet noted that “Everton are said to be interested in [Grealish], with the club’s new owners keen to bring in a stellar name” as the team enters its new ground. Commentators emphasize that symbolically matching a new stadium with a high-profile recruit is exactly the kind of ambition Everton want to project.
Grealish Emerges as a Top Target
Jack Grealish (29) has become the headline in recent transfer gossip. Multiple reports this week assert that the Toffees have entered the race to sign him. For example, one source wrote that “Everton have surprisingly entered the race to sign Jack Grealish… with the Merseyside club eyeing a statement signing under their new ownership.” Similarly, Spanish news claimed Aston Villa, Everton and Newcastle are all interested in Grealish this summer. Most strikingly, another outlet reports that Everton have actually opened talks with City for a season-long loan of Grealish. That report on 9 June states: “Everton are keen to hold talks with Manchester City over a loan deal for Jack Grealish.” These reports stress that nothing is finalized yet, but key figures at Everton are “monitoring the situation” closely and are fully aware that Grealish is potentially available.
Key points from recent reports:
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Jack Grealish, a 29-year-old England winger at Manchester City, is reportedly available this summer.
Everton’s hierarchy (the Friedkin Group and manager David Moyes) view him as a “top-level player” and a marquee target.
The deal would almost certainly be structured as a loan because Grealish’s high wage (~£300k/week) and Profit and Sustainability Rules make a permanent transfer very difficult.
Other big clubs (Newcastle, Aston Villa and even Napoli) are also said to be eyeing Grealish, but Everton are trying to move early.
This bullet list highlights why the Grealish story is grabbing headlines: the combination of his profile, Everton’s new project, and a likely loan structure has made it a focal rumor.
Why Grealish and Why Now?
The interest in Grealish is driven by several factors. First, the player himself needs a fresh start. After a mixed spell at Manchester City, Grealish has seen his opportunities diminish. He was left out of City’s squad for the FIFA Club World Cup and has lost his place in England’s plans. Guardiola’s squad is reportedly ready to let him go, with City willing to sell him for a fee (some reports suggest around €47m) or loan him out for the remainder of his contract. One report confirms he is “likely to leave City this summer” and that City is open to a loan offer.
Second, Grealish’s style matches what Everton want. He was once a club-record signing at Aston Villa and earned praise as one of the Premier League’s most creative wingers. One analysis notes his “stock plummet” since moving to City, but also recalls he was “among the best players in the Premier League during his spell with Aston Villa.” At Everton, he could play on the wing or in attacking midfield – roles Moyes sorely needs to fill. Moyes himself has publicly admired Grealish’s talent. In fact, Moyes called Grealish “probably the best player in the Premier League” in 2021, and another source emphasizes that Moyes is a “long-time admirer” who believes Grealish could revive his career on Merseyside. For a player needing regular minutes to force his way back into the England squad for the 2026 World Cup, Everton could offer the platform he lacks at City.
Finally, the context of Everton’s own plans is key. The club is moving into a new 52,888-seat stadium (recently named the Hill Dickinson Stadium) in August 2025. The Friedkin Group wants to make a statement and redefine the club’s image. Many commentators note the symbolism here: signing a flashy player like Grealish would broadcast Everton’s new ambition. One analysis put it bluntly: “Grealish is not just a footballer, he is a brand, a persona, a statement,” and linking him with Everton at this moment is “not incidental” to their new identity. A Grealish move, even on loan, would be a bold announcement that Everton are aiming high as they enter a new era.
Financial and Sporting Hurdles
Despite the excitement, most sources stress the deal is far from straightforward. Grealish’s reported salary of roughly £300,000 a week puts enormous strain on any suitor. One outlet points out that Everton and other clubs are “walking a tightrope” under the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability rules, which heavily restrict spending. The conclusion is that a loan deal is the only feasible route. Indeed, insiders say City would “have to agree to pay a large portion of his £300,000 per week wage to make it feasible.” In practice, that means a heavily subsidized loan: City would loan out Grealish while continuing to cover most of his salary. (A permanent transfer is considered “extremely unlikely” under current regulations.)
Equally, even a loan deal would require City’s cooperation on a loan fee, and Everton must compete with other suitors. One report even suggests Bayern Munich and other European clubs are interested in Grealish, though he would be choosing a move based on playing time. In short, any move will take complex negotiations. Everton’s officials would need to align on the structure (loan versus permanent, wage-sharing, loan fee) to satisfy both Financial Fair Play and Manchester City’s valuation.
Competing Interests
Everton are far from the only club linked with Grealish. Reports this week name Newcastle United and Aston Villa as the leading domestic rivals. According to insiders, Newcastle have held internal discussions about a loan, and Villa boss Unai Emery is said to be a “big admirer” of Grealish. Napoli in Italy has also been mentioned in transfer chatter. Moreover, sources say Manchester City would prefer selling to a Champions League side, so Everton’s push is indeed considered a shock contender move. The competition only heightens the urgency: one report says Everton “are keen to get ahead of the competition for the City star.” Moyes, in particular, reportedly “doesn’t want to miss out” on Grealish. However, the need to beat other bidders and finalize finances quickly is critical, because the transfer window deadline is looming. With the Club World Cup now, Premier League teams are racing to wrap up deals, and Everton’s leadership will have to move fast if they hope to secure Grealish’s services before Tuesday’s deadline.
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